"Hartmann will be paired with Sanna Nyassi, who is our other new import striker," Zainal told Harian Metro.

"I hope that combination of these two strikers can change the team for the better."

Hartmann, who stood out during his time with Philippines' club Global FC, scored one of the goals of the season in a 6-3 triumph over second-tier side MISC-MIFA in the second round of the Malaysia FA Cup.

If Penang are able to stave off relegation, it may be at the expense of his former team, Sarawak, who are only outside the drop zone on goal difference.

"Penang's fight to stay in the MSL is far from over, and I will do best to contribute in terms of goals up front. If we work hard as a team, we can do it," Hartmann said.